217821 - Manager of Accounting

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Manager of Accounting for a direct opportunity in Torrance, CA.

Client is offering salary increases twice a year. Comprehensive group health plans including medical EPO, PPO and High Deductible Health Plans with Health Savings Account, dental, vision and other supplemental plans which begin on the day you begin employment with RHC. Supplemental Plans include Voluntary Life Insurance, and Pet Insurance. RHC offers a competitive 401k Plan.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• 5+ years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and accrual accounting.
• Experience with Epicor ERP and AP automation tools.
• Proven ability to manage large volumes of accounting transactions and complex reconciliations.
• Advanced Excel skills including: pivot tables, formulas, Power Query, and Power BI.
• Experience with SQL, Python or similar database languages is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and execute daily accounting operations with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Perform and oversee high-volume bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reconciliations such as prepaid expense and accrued liabilities accounts.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast, consolidating weekly receipts and disbursements across AR/AP, Payroll, Supply Chain, and CapEx.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reconciliation quality and reduce close cycle time.
• Manage high-volume AP and AR transactions, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Utilize AP automation tools to streamline invoice
• workflows and vendor payments.

Monitor aging reports and resolve discrepancies in coordination with internal teams.

• Use Epicor ERP to manage financial transactions and reporting.
• Handle large volumes of accounting data with precision and consistency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure ERP data integrity and optimize workflows.
• Apply accrual accounting principles to ensure proper expense recognition and period-end adjustments.
• Maintain compliance with US GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Support audit processes by preparing schedules and documentation, without leading audit strategy.
• Maintain and optimize the Chart of Accounts (COA) to support accurate financial reporting, operational tracking, and compliance with US GAAP.
• Perform and review complex balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Collaborate with FP&A and operations teams to ensure GL structure supports budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking.
• Monitor and improve accounting operations related to journal entries, accruals, and intercompany transactions to enhance data integrity and reconciliation efficiency.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of internal controls over financial reporting and GL processes.
• Support ERP configuration and enhancements related to GL setup, account segments, and reporting hierarchies.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Experience supporting PCAOB audits or working in a publicly traded company.
• Familiarity with aerospace industry standards and compliance.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and support junior accounting staff.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Accredited Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).

WORK HOURS:

• Full-Time